Do you miss the opportunity to go to Grandpa's and Grandma's farm? The next best place is Erickson's Petting Zoo of rural Osakis, Minnesota.

This old farmstead - officially recognized as a Centruy Farm - was homesteaded by Dan and Eva Weber (Dave Erickson's grandparents) in 1915. Dave and Pam Erickson, along with their family, have converted the big red barn into a home for a wide variety of farm animals and birds.

Animals include pygmy goats and their kids, sheep, miniature horses, Sara the llama, potbelly pigs, rabbits, and cats. Birds include many varieties and colors of chickens, ducks, geese, pheasants, peacocks, pigeons, and doves.

Animals like to be fed, (corn is available for a small fee). Please remember that animals have teeth, so you'll need to be careful with little fingers. When you are finished petting the animals, anti-bacterial hand sanitizer is available to wash your hands with.

In addition to the barn, we have a pony ring, a playground and sand pile, an orange mesh maze, a party shed, outdoor animal viewing areas - and more - awaiting you and your family. Erickson's Petting Zoo continually strives to improve the farm for the visitors' comfort and enjoyment. Come and visit, to see what's new!

So much fun, even the barn has to smile at Erickson's Petting Zoo!

This is a USDA licensed, inspected and insured farm. Many families, daycare centers, school groups and youth organizations come here every year. Make plans now to visit Erickson's Petting Zoo. The rates are reasonable, so you can come back often.

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HOURS

April and Mayto Memorial DaySat 10 – 4Sun 1- 4

Summer HoursMem. Day - Sept 29

Mon - Sat 10 - 4Sun 1 - 4

Fall HoursSept 22 - Oct. 31Sat 10 - 5Sun 12 - 5

Open other times (even in Winter) by appointment.

ADMISSION and FEES$6.50 per person. Age 1 and under FREE.Includes Petting Zoo, Orange Maze, and Playground.